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  • 11/10 – Friends of the Rosenberg Library Bookshop Pop-Up & Turbo the READ Dog

    11/10 – Friends of the Rosenberg Library Bookshop Pop-Up & Turbo the READ Dog

    Get your paws on some fantastic gently-used book at the Book Shop Pop-Up by the Friends of the Rosenberg Library! With a wide selection of cookbooks, kids books, fiction, non-fiction, and more, you’re sure to find something you’ll love.

    Between 10 AM – 11AM, Turbo, the certified Reading Education Assistance Dog (READ), will also be ready to listen to stories from kids or adults! Practicing storytelling helps communication skills + reading skills, all while making a furry new friend.

    Dates:

    • October 20

    • November 10

    • December 8 cancelled 🙁

    Times:

    • 9 AM – 1 PM

      • (Turbo will be there 10 – 11AM!)

    Location:

    Galveston’s Own Farmers Market


    About Friends of the Rosenberg Library

    Friends of the Rosenberg Library is organized to support and promote Rosenberg Library as a cultural and educational asset, and to raise money for books, equipment, and related materials for the library. Learn More>

    About Diva the READ Dog

    Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ) improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a dog.

  • Every 1st Sunday – Kids Club at UTMB’s Kids Corner

    Every 1st Sunday – Kids Club at UTMB’s Kids Corner

    Get ready for a blast of creativity!

    Kids of all ages can hang with the UTMB Kids Club for a super fun-themed, hands-on craft activity made just for them!

    Dates:

    Every 1st Sunday

    9A – 1P (Oct-May)

    9A – 12 P (Jun-Sept)


    February Theme – “Love Grows”

    Spread the love! Kids of all ages can craft one-of-a-melon Valentine’s Day cards with the UTMB Kids Club.

    Let their creativity shine and share some heartfelt cheer.


    March Theme – “Get Lucky!”

    Add some luck to your Sunday morning with UTMB Kids Club!

    Kids of all ages can make & decorate & their own four leaf clovers & add their wishes to them. See ya there!


    April Theme – “Spring is in the Air!”

    We got the seeds, all we need is your creativity. Kids of all ages can paint their own pots & take home their very own plant.

    Stop by the UTMB Kids Club booth to get started!


    May Theme – “Flower Power”

    Let’s celebrate the season of blooms by crafting our very own bouquet that will never wilt!

    Kids can make a series of paper plate flowers with The UTMB Kids Club – first step is stopping by their booth!


    June Theme – “Sweet Summer”

    Make Ice Cream Cones with sponges with the UTMB Kids Club!

    Get ready to dive into a world of texture and color as we create our very own frozen treats on paper.

    July Theme – “PB & Jellyfish”

    Turn some Paper Bowls into Jellyfish!

    Kids of all ages can partake in this fun, ocean-themed activity that’s just right for the summertime!

    August Theme – “Build a Bug”

    We’ve got some critters roamin’ & chirpin’ this summer – let’s make them into a cute take-home craft!

    Kids of all ages can stop by the UTMB Kids Club booth to get artsy!

    September Theme – “Don’t Stop Be-Leaf-ing”

    Fall is here and it comes bearing some vibrant autumn leaves!

    Use your creative skills to add your own color with UTMB Kids Club at their leaf crafting station!

    October Theme – “Spooky Scratch & Create”

    Let’s get spooooky with UTMB’s Kids Club at their halloween-themed rainbow scratch craft!

    Scratch out some colorful ghosties, jack-o-lanterns, and more halloween doodles!

    Novemember Theme – “Turkey Time Creations”

    Come get thankful & craft-ful at this Thanksgiving turkey decorating event!

    How will you be making your turkey this year?

    December Theme – “Gingerbread Wonderland Workshop”

    ‘Tis the season of gingerbread houses!

    Join us at the market and be the architect of your very own gingerbread house.

    About Kids Club at UTMB

    Kids Club is a non-profit organization within the School of Nursing at the University of Texas Medical Branch, which encourages nursing students to come together who have a calling for general pediatrics! This club is devoted to embracing students’ passion by furthering their pediatric knowledge through educational and volunteering opportunities. See their Facebook>

  • 10/27 – 12th Annual Spooktacular Birthday Bash

    10/27 – 12th Annual Spooktacular Birthday Bash

    GOFM Presents: 12th Annual Spooktacular Birthday Bash!

    In celebration of the market’s 12th anniversary & our fear-vorite holiday of the year – All Hallow’s Eve – GOFM will be hosting a marketful of spooky shenanigans! We’ll have:

    • Limited edition GOFM Jack O’ Lantern tote bag for the first 150 folks,

    • the first 100 folks can “trick or treat” at the Kids’ Coup tent for a ‘“Booberry Thumbprint” cookie by Food of Life,

    • tarot reading with lilith (come get your fortune read!),

    • one-of-a-kind face painting by Jessica Antonelli,

    • jack o’ lantern crafts with UTMB Kid’s Club,

    • performance by our very own Raa’ Tansiel,

    • at 10:00 AM, come march with us in our fa-boo-lous Costume Parade through the market,

    • at 10:30 AM, strike a pose & be judged in our Costume Contest – winner receives a FREE GOFM t-shirt!

    This event is free & open to everyone – all the ghouls, bats, and cats 😉

    Dates:

    October 27

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)


  • 10/20 – Clothing Swap at the Market!

    10/20 – Clothing Swap at the Market!

    Wrangle up those unwanted pieces in your closet and bring them to the market to find a new home – at a Clothing Swap hosted by Elisabeth Joy with Luxe and Loam! 

    How does it work?

    1.   Bring any gently-used clothes/shoes by 11:00 AM

    2.   Drop them off at the Clothing Swap racks

    3.   ‘Shop’ for items you like – up to the same # of items you brought!

    4.   Any clothes left after market will go to Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County.

    Please aim to bring your goodies & shopping totes by 11:00 AM. Share the love and find new fabulous fits!

    Date & Time

    Sunday, October 20th

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM


    About Luxe and Loam

    Luxe & Loam is a creative space for Artist and Sewist, Elisabeth Joy, to rework and repair vintage and secondhand pieces into something that can be loved and worn once again. Elisabeth uses second hand fabrics as her canvas, and retro fashion influences as her inspiration. You’ll find anything from a repaired vintage pant, to a handmade quilted chore coat in her collections. You can find these one of a kind Luxe & Loam pieces at local pop-ups around Galveston, TX.

    Learn more:

  • 10/20 – Sukkot Under the (Morning) Stars!

    10/20 – Sukkot Under the (Morning) Stars!

    Join us for a joyful Sukkot Celebration, a Jewish holiday honoring the harvest & the tradition of gathering and eating under the stars. Build your own gingerbread sukkah, create decorations for our market sukkah, and share in the wisdom & traditions of this fall festival.

    Come together for food, creativity, and connection as we celebrate the abundance of the season and the spirit of community!

    Date & Time

    Sunday, October 20th

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM


  • 10/13 – Fire Safety/Prevention with Galveston Fire Department

    10/13 – Fire Safety/Prevention with Galveston Fire Department

    It’s Fire Prevention Week, y’all! In a fire, mere seconds can mean the difference between a safe escape and a tragedy. Luckily, our Friends at Galveston Fire Department are giving us the quick 101 on Fire Safety & Prevention!

    Join us October 13 from 9a to 1p for a fun and educational morning where you can:

    • Meet some of our firefighting heroes

    • Check out the firetruck & take pictures

    • And learn more about fire safety with informative handouts

    Dates:

    October 13

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market


    About Galveston Fire Department 

    Galveston Fire Department is committed to providing the highest level of public safety services. Their mission is to protect lives and properties through: 

    • Fire Prevention

    • Public Education

    • Firefighter Safety 

    • Fire & Rescue Operations

    • Emergency Medical Response

    • Disaster Management 

    Learn more: https://www.galvestontx.gov/156/Fire-Department

  • 10/13 – Turtle Talk! with Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research

    10/13 – Turtle Talk! with Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research

    Come shellebrate the turtles of our world at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market! Dive into the world of sea turtles with hands-on activities, real artifacts, and fascinating stories from experts.

    Learn how these majestic creatures are rescued and rehabilitated, and discover how students from GOFM’s Young Gardeners Program contribute by growing produce to help heal recovering turtles.

    A fun and informative event for all ages—don’t miss this chance to support sea turtle conservation!

    Date & Time

    Sunday, October 13th

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM


    About The Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research

    The Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research, based at Texas A&M University at Galveston, is dedicated to advancing sea turtle research at every level—from molecular studies to population and ecosystem conservation. With a mission to restore sea turtle populations and safeguard critical habitats, the Center fosters collaboration across the Gulf of Mexico to build a vibrant community of scholars and scientists committed to sea turtle biology and preservation.

  • 2024 – Register to Vote at GOFM

    2024 – Register to Vote at GOFM

    In partnership with Galveston County Voter Registration, you can register to vote right at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!

    It’s an easy as 1-2-3. If you have any questions about voting, Galveston County Voter Registration will be there to answer.

    You are eligible to register to vote if:

    • US citizen

    • Resident of the county where you apply

    • At least 18 years old on Election Day

    • Not convicted of a felony (or completed sentence, probation, and parole)

    • Not declared mentally incapacitated by a court without voting rights

    See if you’re already registered here>

    Dates:

    March 31

    June 2 (until 12P)

    October 6

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market


    key dates

    The election is Saturday, May 4, 2024

    7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

    Early Voting Dates

    Monday, April 24 – Friday, April 28

    8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Monday, May 1 – Tuesday, May 2

    7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

  • 9/29 – Hispanic Heritage Market at GOFM

    9/29 – Hispanic Heritage Market at GOFM

    ¡Celebremos! In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/15), Galveston’s Own Farmers Market is hosting a series of free & fun festive activities on September 29, 2024!

    From 9:30 – 9:55 AM, and again at 10:20-10:45 AM, we’ll have a free salsa lesson led by the amazingly talented Jessica Duarte from Danzica Latin Dance Studio! She’ll go over the basics that you can take home to practice. Come dressed as you are & don’t be shy – this is open to everyone!

    Available from 9 AM – 12 PM, Con Lagrimas, a guerilla pop-up experience that brings you Mexican food reimagined, will be giving out some tasty samples! Don’t miss out!

    AND, don’t miss our very cute, GOFM-themed Loteria photo station right up at the front of market! Get cheesin’ and don’t forget to tag us in your sweet pics.

    ¡Celebremos! ¡En honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana (15/9-15/10), Galveston’s Own Farmers Market está organizando una serie de actividades festivas gratuitas y divertidas el 29 de septiembre de 2024!

    De 9:30 a 9:55 a.m., y nuevamente a las 10:20-10:45 a.m., tendremos una clase de salsa gratis dirigida por la increíblemente talentosa Jessica Duarte de Danzica Latin Dance Studio. Ella repasará los conceptos básicos que puedes llevar a casa para practicar. Ven vestido como es y no sea tímido, ¡esto está abierto a todos!

    Disponible de 9 a.m. a 12 p.m., Con Lágrimas, una experiencia pop-up que te trae comida mexicana reinventada, estará dando algunas sabrosas muestras! ¡No te lo pierdas!

    ¡Y no te pierdas nuestra linda estación de fotos de Lotería con temática GOFM justo al frente del mercado! Sonríe y no te olvides de etiquetarnos en tus tiernas fotos.

    September 29, 2024

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at 3304 Market, 77550

    29 de septiembre de 2024

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    en 3304 Market, 77550


    ADDITIONALLY — In true Loteria fashion, if you buy from 2 or more vendors IN A ROW (side by side or diagonal) on the board, we’ll give you ONE EXTRA* punch on your besties card!

    ** Patron can get up to 3 punches max on 9/29. 1 from buying from a vendor, 1 from buying from a spotlight vendor, and 1 additional one if you buy 2 from more vendors in a row on the Loteria board!


    About Jessica Duarte from Danzica Latin Dance Studio

    Jessica Duarte is a passionate salsa teacher renowned for her exceptional dance skills and unwavering dedication to spreading the joy of salsa.

    With years of experience, she is known for her dynamic teaching style and infectious enthusiasm. Jessica’s commitment to preserving the cultural heritage of salsa while infusing it with contemporary flair has made her a beloved mentor among her students and a prominent figure in the world of Latin dance. Follow her on Facebook >


  • 9/22 – Pop-Up Rosenberg Library at GOFM

    9/22 – Pop-Up Rosenberg Library at GOFM

    Get Lit(erature) at the Pop-Up Library! In partnership with the Rosenberg Library, families are invited to:

    • sign up for a Rosenberg Library card,

    • shop gently used books with the Friends of the Rosenberg Library,

    • tell a story to a certified (& super cute) Reading Education Assistance Dog, CANCELLED :/

    • learn more about the amazing services and programs offered by our local library,

    • and enjoy a fun kid’s activity! See the planned activities below:

    June 23 – 9a-12p

    • DIY Clothespin Critters Craft

    • Shop the Friends of the Rosenberg Book Sale

    July 28 – 9a-12p

    • DIY Rock Painting Craft

    • Shop the Friends of the Rosenberg Book Sale CANCELLED

    August 25 – 9a-12p

    • DIY Seashell Painting Craft

    • Shop the Friends of the Rosenberg Book Sale

    September 22 – 9a-12p

    • DIY Animal Arts & Craft Kits

    • Shop the Friends of the Rosenberg Book Sale CANCELLED

    • For the rest of September, bring your Library Card to the info booth, and you can choose between a FREE pencil or GOFM sticker!


    About the Rosenberg Library

    Rosenberg Library, a public library located at 2310 Sealy Street in Galveston, Texas, United States, is the oldest continuously operating library in Texas. It serves as headquarters of the Galveston County Library System and its librarian also functions as the Galveston County Librarian. Learn More>

    About Friends of the Rosenberg Library

    Friends of the Rosenberg Library is organized to support and promote Rosenberg Library as a cultural and educational asset, and to raise money for books, equipment, and related materials for the library. Learn More>